A refreshing film about what could have been, an overused theme.

Rating: Null/10 (18 December 2003)

OK,...saw "28 Days Later".....here is what I think.

I got a 'refreshing' feel from this British-made film. The acting was above average and the cinematography was wonderful. I love the backgrounds they used and the longer time spent viewing the scenes as opposed to the much too fast 'American made' movies currently in vogue. Great music and sound affects used to enhance the isolation. The lead guy looked like the lead from "A Clockwork Orange". The older girl's face was lovely. I did have a slight problem with the lack of bodies and cars on the streets, but it didn't turn me away. Yes there was an exodus but surely there would have been a few break downs and out-of-petrol's. The lack of bodies could have been from the way the "ragers" dealt with them. I also couldn't fathom the alternate ending bit, as it didn't seem to offer any thought-provoking alternative. (Maybe I just didn't get it.)
Every scene seemed to have been well thought out and presented. It was visually pleasing throughout. The plot was believable and they kept it simple. Did the ragers eventually die off? Starved to death? It was such a well told story that I get the feeling I've missed something big,...some symbolism or observation. Did the rest of the world cause any of the destruction in order to isolate the island? Loved it. Just a well crafted movie. --rg--